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J. Julia Ahn

Lismore/Remote

Summary

Knowledgeable legal professional with long-standing background in criminal, family and immigration law. Sound grasp of American and Australian legal systems. Competent communicator in technical and legal writing. Willing to transition into other areas of law, such as conveyancing and contract law. Based out of Australia, prefer to work remote. Certification in legal services in Australia, pending in 2025.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Legal Consultant

Self-employed
07.2014 - Current
  • Assist clients in navigating the legal process in family law and divorce matters, dealing with opposing parties unwilling to mediate or negotiate.
  • Utilise effective communication skills in drafting legal documents and correspondence.
  • Impacted the outcome of Family Law Court case in NSW, Australia, Goldman v Goldman [2018, FamCACF 65]

Legal Assistant - Immigration

Shim Law Firm & Freelance
06.2002 - 12.2022
  • Administratively supported the processing of US Green Card cases via labour certification at Shim Law Firm.
  • Successfully obtained travel exemptions for clients to Uruguay during border closure in 2022 during Covid-19.
  • Successfully obtained travel exemptions for clients departing Australia during Covid-19 lockdown.

Legal Assistant (Juris Doctor Matriculant)

King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office
02.1998 - 05.2002
  • Assisted trial prosecutors of the Special Assault Unit, of the Criminal Division, in all manners of trial preparation, dealing with felony sexual assault and serial crimes.
  • Drafted interrogatories for pre-trial depositions.
  • Analysed subpoenaed evidence for trial purposes.
  • Aided the Senior Prosecutor of the Sex Offender Task Force, profiling and apprehending sex offenders, in collaboration with the Seattle Police Department and the King County Sheriff.
  • Contributed to successful outcomes of high-profile cases, such as State of Washington vs. Mary K. Letourneau.
  • Liaison officer for prosecutors, law enforcement, defence attorneys and crime victims on on-going trials.
  • Meticulously assessed Special Assault Unit cases to determine restitution for victims of crime.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Pre-law, Political Science & Minor in Psychology

University of Washington
Seattle, WA | Top 10% Of Graduating Class

Certification IV In Legal Services -

TAFE NSW
NSW, Australia
12-2025

Skills

  • Strong deductive reasoning
  • Impeccable communication
  • Legal & technical writing
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Superb attention to details
  • Strong organisation & time management

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Korean
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Legal Consultant

Self-employed
07.2014 - Current

Legal Assistant - Immigration

Shim Law Firm & Freelance
06.2002 - 12.2022

Legal Assistant (Juris Doctor Matriculant)

King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office
02.1998 - 05.2002

Bachelor of Arts - Pre-law, Political Science & Minor in Psychology

University of Washington

Certification IV In Legal Services -

TAFE NSW

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